Description
Easter Fluff Salad is a delightful, creamy dessert salad perfect for spring celebrations. Combining whipped topping, instant vanilla pudding, tropical fruit, pastel marshmallows, and crunchy nuts, this no-bake dish is colorful, festive, and easy to prepare. Ideal for Easter gatherings or any occasion where a sweet, light treat is desired.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 (8-ounce) container whipped topping (Cool Whip or homemade whipped cream)
- 1 (3.4-ounce) box instant vanilla pudding mix (dry, do not prepare)
Fruits & Mix-ins
- 1 ½ cups crushed pineapple (drained)
- 1 cup mandarin oranges (drained)
- 1 cup pastel mini marshmallows
- ½ cup shredded coconut (optional)
- ½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Garnish
- ½ cup sweetened flaked coconut
- ½ cup pastel sprinkles or Easter M&M’s
- 1 cup mini pastel-colored marshmallows
Instructions
- Mix the Whipped Cream and Pudding: In a large mixing bowl, combine the whipped topping and dry vanilla pudding mix. Stir well until smooth and fully combined, creating a thick, creamy base for the fluff salad.
- Add the Fruits: Gently fold in the drained crushed pineapple and mandarin oranges, ensuring the fruit is well drained to avoid a runny salad.
- Add the Marshmallows and Coconut: Stir in the pastel mini marshmallows and optional shredded coconut. The marshmallows will absorb some moisture, becoming soft and enhancing texture.
- Fold in the Nuts: Add chopped pecans or walnuts if desired to add a crunchy texture and balance the sweetness.
- Chill the Salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and pudding to thicken.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, top the salad with sweetened flaked coconut, pastel sprinkles, or Easter M&M’s for a colorful, festive presentation. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure that the canned fruits are well drained to prevent excess liquid.
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the nuts before adding.
- This salad can be made a day ahead and refrigerated to enhance flavors.
- Homemade whipped cream can be used instead of Cool Whip for a fresher taste.
- Adjust sweetness by controlling the amount of marshmallows and sprinkles added.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Easter salad, fluff salad, no bake dessert, creamy fruit salad, holiday dessert, marshmallow salad
